The Eighth Amendment and its future in a new age of punishment [electronic resource] / edited by Meghan J. Ryan, William W. Berry III.

This book provides a theoretical and practical exploration of the constitutional bar against cruel and unusual punishments, excessive bail, and excessive fines. It explores the history of this prohibition, the current legal doctrine, and future applications of the Eighth Amendment. With contribution...

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Online Access:	Full Text (via Cambridge)
Other Authors:	Ryan, Meghan J. (Editor), Berry, William W., III, 1974- (Editor)
Other title:	Cambridge Core online.
Format:	Electronic eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Cambridge : Cambridge University Press, 2020.
Subjects:	United States. > Constitution. > 8th Amendment. Punishment > United States. Criminal justice, Administration of > United States. Law reform > United States.